Northern Asia or Europe, 2.5 million - 11,700 years old.
Fossilized Woolly Rhinoceros Jawbone w/ Rooted Teeth
Fossilized Woolly Rhinoceros Jawbone w/ Rooted Teeth
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This is a rare jawbone from the extinct woolly rhinoceros (Coelodonta antiquitatis) complete with three finely preserved rooted teeth. Woolly rhinos once lived throughout Europe and Asia and survived through the end of the last Ice Age. A type of Pleistocene mega-fauna like the woolly mammoth and saber-tooth cat, and just as cool (pun intended). The woolly rhinoceros could grow up to 12 feet long with the primary horn growing up to 5 feet long. As the name suggests, woolly rhinos had a long, thick coat and their primary horn was likely used for moving snow to uncover edible vegetation and possibly for combat as recorded in cave paintings. An outstanding display piece with a story to tell.
Size: 12.5" L x 6" H x 2.5" W
Condition: This is a lower jawbone containing three molars. Obvious wear and damage to the peripheries of the jawbone as well as the molars that tell the tale of the fossilization process. Has been stabilized and is ready for display.
Provenance: private Colorado, USA collection
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